Yanyuting River View Inn

Not bad at all! The scenery is beautiful and the environment is lovely. Plus, it's super close to the scenic area. The owner is also very warm and enthusiastic. Definitely worth a visit, and my friends and I had a very comfortable stay.

The hotel's balcony was fantastic, offering great views that were especially beautiful at night. The owner was incredibly kind and helpful. She assisted me with my heavy luggage, waited with me for a taxi, and even let us choose our own room, which was very thoughtful. There was one minor downside: because the hotel is in the old town, the room was a bit damp, and the bathroom had a slight odor. However, we only stayed for one night, so it was perfectly acceptable. Overall, it was a good experience, and I'm very grateful for the owner's warm hospitality!

I have to give a special shout-out to this place! The owner, a lovely young lady, was incredibly kind. She carried our luggage up the stairs with such ease – clearly a hardworking and resilient person, and I'm so grateful! When we arrived at the inn, she upgraded us to a family room with three single beds, which were really comfortable. The riverside balcony was absolutely beautiful, perfect for sitting, drinking tea, relaxing, and enjoying the view. Although the inn is located further down the scenic area, away from the main hustle and bustle, its quiet atmosphere is a huge plus, ideal for resting. Even though she was managing everything by herself, the service was still incredibly attentive! I highly recommend this place to everyone visiting! A quick heads-up: getting a taxi in Fenghuang Ancient City is quite difficult; Didi (ride-hailing app) doesn't work well, and while there's a local taxi service, cars are scarce, so be prepared to haggle for the fare.

This hotel is absolutely fantastic! I stayed for two nights because one day isn't enough to experience Fenghuang Ancient City, and each day brought new delightful surprises. The room was clean and tidy, and the service was superb. It's a river-view room, so you can enjoy the river scenery right from the balcony. At night, the Tuojiang River's illuminated boats pass right by your window. Sitting on the riverside balcony, with a cup of tea in hand, the aroma of the tea blends with the river breeze and mist. It melts on your tongue with a hint of bitterness, yet leaves a lingering sweet aftertaste. The river is alive, the tea is still; amidst this interplay of motion and stillness, time itself slows down. Occasionally, a boat passes, creating ripples that spread out in circles, allowing you to truly savor the beauty of life.

The location is great, close to Wubashi (Fog Bridge) and within walking distance to the Cultural Village. It's very quiet and not affected by the bar street. The landlady is super friendly and patiently answers questions about scenic routes.

The room was clean and hygienic, located downstream of the Tuo River, so it wasn't affected by the noise from the bars. The landlady was very kind and provided lots of tips for exploring. Their rooms also offer direct river views. I booked their auction room on the same day for only 90 yuan, which was an incredible value for money. It's worth mentioning that they provide disposable bath towels and hand towels. As someone who is a bit of a clean freak, I much prefer disposable towels over those that have been used by others in chain hotels – it's a blessing! The first four pictures show the hotel environment, and the last two were taken from the hotel window.